Making of Documentaries
The list of documentaries on making movies and behind the scenes footage of all kinds.
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- DirectorPeyton ReedStarsRobert ZemeckisWendy FinermanTom HanksA look behind the scenes of Robert Zemeckis' 1994 Oscar-winning film, 'Forrest Gump'.
- DirectorSusan LacyStarsSteven SpielbergMartin ScorseseRichard DreyfussA documentary on Steven Spielberg, filmmaker. Includes interviews with relatives, film critics, peers and people who have worked with him.
- DirectorJason AronStarsSteven SpielbergMichael J. FoxRobert ZemeckisA look at the immense cultural impact of the Back to the Future trilogy 30 years after McFly and Brown went on an epic adventure.
- StarsRobert ZemeckisRay WinstoneTegan TaylorA behind the scenes look at the making of Robert Zemeckis' 2007 motion capture version of Beowulf.
- StarsSteve StarkeyDoug ChiangRobert ZemeckisA look at the different designs that went into creating the monsters and creatures that inhabit the world of Beowulf.
- DirectorKevin VanHookStarsHoward BergerRob BottinJosh BrolinThis documentary delves into the art of make-up effects with the best industry legends.
- DirectorLaurent BouzereauStarsSteven SpielbergJohn MiliusRobert ZemeckisA non-narrated documentary, told mainly in interviews with the filmmakers, on the making of the cult comedy classic, featuring outtakes, rare behind-the-scenes home movies, and trivia facts.
- DirectorLes MayfieldStarsMichael J. FoxBob GaleHuey LewisBehind-the-scenes look at Back to the Future (1985).
- DirectorLaurent BouzereauStarsMichael J. FoxBob GaleRobert ZemeckisThis is the making of the Back to the Future Trilogy by acclaimed documentary maker Laurent Bouzereau and appears on the Back to the Future DVD set.
- StarsKen RalstonSteve StarkeyRichard WilliamsWe see behind the scenes interactions, with an emphasis on shots of Zemeckis as he worked with the actors. This offers yet another great view of the production.
- DirectorKevin BurnsDavid ComtoisStarsRoddy McDowallMort AbrahamsCharlton HestonThe story behind the making of the 5 "Planet of the Apes" movies.
- DirectorDebs PatersonStarsJ.J. AbramsNaomi AckieJohn BoyegaThe Making of Star Wars: Episode IX - The Rise of Skywalker (2019).
- DirectorRobert GuenetteStarsMark HamillBob AndersonJon BergA behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the special effects in the second Star Wars installment.
- DirectorRobert GuenetteStarsWilliam ConradAnthony DanielsGeorge LucasC-3PO and R2-D2 explore the creation of the film that made them famous.
- DirectorJon KrollStarsSamuel L. JacksonAhmed BestJames CameronThe incredible evolution of George Lucas' special effects dream factory, including an inside look at "Star Wars: Episode One - The Phantom Menace."
- StarsMark HamillGeorge LucasAnthony DanielsA look at the making of the original Star Wars trilogy.
- DirectorLeslie IwerksStarsTom CruiseGeorge LucasSteven SpielbergA look over the incredible work of ILM and how they revolutionised the way we see film with the introduction and advances of CGI or Computer Generated Image. This documentary takes us from the incredible start of effects to creating Star Wars and then advance to really demonstrate how it can be blended in with Jurassic Park to now a culture of films that can't avoid the technology and is another tool for the directors belt.
- DirectorSigfrid MonleónStarsGinette AngosseEugenio CaballeroEnzo G. CastellariDocumentary film about visual effects master Emilio Ruiz del Rio. From his early works on films at 1942, to his last contribution at 2007, Emilio Ruiz talks on his film experiences and traditional trickery, using foreground miniatures, glass shots, and painted cut out miniatures. It shows interviews with some of the professionals he has worked with, like, Rafaela de Laurentiis, Ray Harryhausen, Guillermo del Toro, or Enzo Castellari
- DirectorJohn CorkStarsMarie ClairuMaud AdamsTanya RobertsFrom Dr. No (1962) to The World is Not Enough (1999), a look at the special effects in the James Bond films, and the wizardry that made them possible and some of the best in the business.
- DirectorMichael ThauStarsRoy FieldMarc McClureMarlon BrandoThe story of the development of the visual effects used in the first Christopher Reeve Superman film.
- DirectorGary R. BenzStarsRoy ScheiderJonathan BrandisAlec Baldwin
- DirectorMichael MatessinoStarsJohn CarpenterDavid FosterBill LancasterA revealing and insightful look into the making of this underrated horror film.
- DirectorMick GarrisStarsJoe DanteRob BottinPatrick Macnee
- DirectorPaul SammonStarsJon DavisonEdward NeumeierKurtwood Smith
- StarsArnold SchwarzeneggerSharon StonePaul VerhoevenA behind-the-scenes look at the making of the Arnold Schwarzenegger science-fiction hit.
- DirectorJ.M. KennyStarsVic ArmstrongBilly BartyRob Bottin
- DirectorWilliam ConlinStarsThomas R. BurmanGino AcevedoRick BakerThe story of the makeup artists behind one of the most ground breaking and beloved science fiction franchise of all time, Planet of the Apes.
- DirectorThomas C. GraneStarsMichael Clarke DuncanTim BurtonMark WahlbergThis documentary provides an inside look to several main stages of production for the 2001 film, Planet of the Apes (2001), including make-up, costume design, and set construction.
- DirectorErik HollanderStarsSteve AltenJoe AlvesRoy ArbogastAfter three decades, Jaws continues to intrigue, thrill and frighten viewers. This documentary focuses on the many ways Jaws has helped to shape common elements of pop culture.
- DirectorLaurent BouzereauStarsSteven SpielbergPeter BenchleyDavid BrownExcellent and very detailed documentary on the making of a classic. Filled with appealing trivia, exhaustive interviews with cast and crew members, and never before seen footage.
- DirectorLaurent BouzereauStarsCecilia DeMille PresleyFraser C. HestonPeter BernsteinThis documentary recounts the making of one of the greatest and most successful films of all time, from its pre-production to its premiere.
- DirectorDavid A. WeinerStarsTom AtkinsDoug BradleyJohn BloomAn exploration of '80s horror movies through the perspective of the actors, directors, producers and SFX craftspeople who made them, and their impact on contemporary cinema.
- DirectorCharles de LauzirikaStarsSimon AthertonJay BenedictMichael BiehnThis feature-length documentary, made especially for the 2003 Aliens (1986) DVD release, is incredibly informative with all its interviews with both the cast and crew, as well as behind the scenes footage filmed during the making of the film. Every possible element towards what went into making the movie is included here and gives fans an overload of information to fill their brains with.
- CreatorGary R. BenzStephen RochaLise RomanoffStarsJames CameronRichard EdlundRick BakerDocumentary series dealing with every aspect of special effects in movies, from low-budget make-up to multi-million-dollar computer-generated graphics. The clear presentation includes descriptions of the creation and technical problems of the effects, and interviews with effects technicians, directors, stars and other crew. Each episode deals with one topic, effect or technician (eg theme park rides, CGI, Stan Winston), concentrating on one or more current or recent films.
- DirectorJörg BauerStarsJoe DanteJohn HoraDee Wallace
- DirectorCharles de LauzirikaStarsHarrison FordDaryl HannahMichael DeeleyThe definitive three-and-a-half hour documentary about the troubled creation and enduring legacy of the science fiction classic Blade Runner (1982), culled from 80 interviews and hours of never-before-seen outtakes and lost footage.
- DirectorMichael ThauStarsMarc McClureRichard DonnerTom MankiewiczMarc McClure presents a documentary on the making of Superman (1978).
- DirectorTippy BushkinStarsRick McCallumGeorge LucasErik TiemensThe various departments of Lucasfilm build the Mustafar duel scene.
- DirectorClyde LucasStarsRod TaylorAlan YoungWhit BissellIn this follow up to The Time Machine (1960), Filby is still the caretaker of his friend George's house seventeen years following George's trip to the future. Filby is then surprised to see his old friend return to his home to retrieve some books to help in his quest to rebuild humanity. During the stay, Filby implores his good friend to stay and resume his life there. However, George refuses and tells James that he has chosen to remain in the future. Also, it is a sad return for George due to the fact that at the time he returns it is just prior to the beginning of World War I and he does all he can to try to not reveal the tragic future of his good friend.
- DirectorEric Neal YoungStarsAngela AllenLauren BacallRudy BehlmerThe story of how a number of improbable circumstances combined with some exceptionally creative people to bring about the unlikely critical and commercial success of The African Queen.
- DirectorRobert Meyer BurnettStarsBryan SingerJon PetersDan Harris
- DirectorWilliam ConlinStarsThomas R. BurmanGino AcevedoRick BakerThe story of the makeup artists behind one of the most ground breaking and beloved science fiction franchise of all time, Planet of the Apes.
- StarsDanny DeVitoEthan HawkeJude LawThis program features lots of movie clips plus a few behind the scenes shots and some informative sound-bites from actors Uma Thurman, Ethan Hawke, and Jude Law as well as producers Danny De Vito and Stacey Sher.
- StarsAvi AradWes BentleyNicolas CageJoin the cast and crew on a Behind-the-Scenes visit to the set of Ghost Rider.
- StarsAmrita AchariaRoger AllamAlfie AllenDelve behind the scenes of the HBO drama series 'Game of Thrones' in this special featuring interviews, clips from the show, and more.
- DirectorMark L. CowdenStarsSean FarisLuke FordBuster ReevesThe cast of Ghost Machine talk about their experiences making the movie, prison life and the haunted location. Buster Reeves explains stunt preparations.
- StarsShea AdamsRaquel AlessiAri AradThis is a three-part documentary (i.e. Spirit of Vengeance, Spirit of Adventure and Spirit of Execution) which mixes behind the scenes materials and interviews. The program opens with info about bringing Ghost Rider to the big screen, the script and story, cast and Nicolas Cage's interest in the project, the flick's tone and its motorcycles. From there it digs into sets, characters, costumes and makeup, music, shooting in Australia, cinematography, and stunts. In addition, it looks at visual effects, editing, score, and other aspects of post-production. It essentially follows the production in chronological order. It detours for related issues but stays connected to the shooting schedule. For instance, a scene that highlights Roxanne offers our introduction to Mendes. Part Three of the program mostly drops the interviews to completely follow the "fly on the wall" approach. We watch the various post-production stages without any commentary and just see them as they happen. Though this means we lose many overall thoughts on those issues, we get a nice sense of immediacy.
- DirectorMike JacksonStarsRolf HarrisDan AykroydHarold Ramis
- DirectorAnthony BuenoStarsAlice DrummondAnnie PottsDan AykroydCast and crew of Ghostbusters (1984) discuss the making of the film.
- DirectorDouglass M. Stewart Jr.StarsChesley BonestellRay BradburyDouglas TrumbullChesley Bonestell was an architect and painter who worked on the Golden Gate Bridge and the Chrysler Building. He worked on famous movies like Citizen Kane as a matte artist, and his mesmerizing paintings of planets and star systems helped inspire America's space program. Why is it that no one knows who he is today?
- StarsKevin FeigeStephen BroussardBrad WinderbaumAssembled is a comprehensive documentary series that chronicles the creation of Marvel Studios' thrilling new shows and theatrical releases. Assembled is an immersive, and in-depth examination of the next phase of the MCU.
- StarsJon FavreauDave FiloniBryce Dallas HowardA behind the scenes look at the making of the Disney+ series "The Mandalorian."
- StarsBryce Dallas HowardMark HamillRosario DawsonThe behind-the-scenes story of the legendary bounty hunter's return to the sands of Tatooine with mercenary Fennec Shand.
- DirectorGary HertzStarsRob TapertTom SullivanJohn BloomA retrospective documentary about the making of "The Evil Dead".
- DirectorJoe CampanaA massive collection of various raw alternate takes and footage from the making of the film.
- StarsPeter M. BrackeDel HowisonThe author of 'Crystal Lake Memories' details his experience in writing the book, before answering some questions about the making of the first three 'Friday The 13th' movies.
- DirectorMike KerzNick MeriageStarsRobert EnglundRich KozRobert KurtzmanRobert Englund is back in the Freddy Krueger makeup in the new documentary "NIGHTMARES IN THE MAKEUP CHAIR". You'll see the entire process as makeup effects artist Robert Kurtzman transforms Robert Englund into Freddy Krueger once again.
- 201212m7.2 (66)ShortDirectorDrew GoddardStarsDavid LeRoy AndersonDrew GoddardHeather LangenkampA documentary that explores how the monsters were brought to life in The Cabin in the Woods.
- DirectorChristopher GriffithsGary SmartStarsLance HenriksenEli RothHeather LangenkampA classically trained actor and director, Robert Englund has become one of the most revolutionary horror icons of our generation. Throughout his career, Englund starred in many well-known movies, but shot to super-stardom with his portrayal of supernatural serial killer Freddy Krueger in the NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET franchise. This unique and intimate portrait captures the man behind the glove and features interviews with Englund and his wife Nancy, Lin Shaye, Eli Roth, Tony Todd, Heather Langenkamp and more.
- DirectorAndrew AbbottStarsMark KermodeBrian AldissMichael ArickAbout the epic film "Blade Runner," giving insights into its history with interviews of Ridley Scott, the writers, and nearly all of the cast. There are also interviews with production staff, giving details into the creative process and turmoil during pre-production.